
Overall Score
54.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#5577)54.6
Performance(#9053)54.3
Camera(#3347)42.5
Display(#4838)70.5
Battery(#8116)43.5
Build(#6540)70.8
Comparisons Featuring BLU Life Pure XL
Short Review
- The BLU Life Pure XL features a sleek design with dimensions of 150.6 x 75 x 9.5 mm and a weight of 152 grams, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 401 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chipset with a quad-core 2.2 GHz CPU and Adreno 330 GPU, supported by options of 2GB or 3GB RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 16 MP sensor capable of 1080p video recording, while an 8 MP front camera is available for selfies.
- The battery capacity is 2500 mAh, which may require frequent charging due to its moderate size.
- Running on Android 4.2.2, it can be upgraded to 4.4.2, offering a basic software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC support.
- The device lacks water resistance and wireless charging capabilities.
- It is available in black and white color options.
- Overall, the BLU Life Pure XL combines decent specifications with a functional design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as BLU L260L (32GB+3GB), L259L (16GB+2GB)
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8274AB Snapdragon 800 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.2 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
Memory16GB 2GB RAM (L259L), 32GB 3GB RAM (L260L)
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera16 MP
Main Camera Details16 MP, 1/2.3", 1.34µm, AF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, AF
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions150.6 x 75 x 9.5 mm (5.93 x 2.95 x 0.37 in)
Weight152 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes